Thursday, April 19, 2012

Paint Party Friday (Week 6)

"I. Am. Mommy" 
9 x 12 Watercolor paper

Happy PPF!

If you saw the Mother / Daughter sketches in my last post, then you may recognize this one: I'm happy to report that "I. Am. Mother" is finally complete:


I have to say, I didn't expect it to come out like this - the blue foil bird and tiny houses in the corner were a last minute addition - but I enjoyed going with my gut and seeing what came of it. The color scheme was inspired by a gorgeous photo I saw on Pinterest (just joined, wicked fun!) that had these bold blues and yellows I couldn't wait to play with. In the end, I hope it captures what I was hoping for: a colorful, whimsical take on a Mother's love and devotion. . .

Blue foil bird with Swarovski crystal eye

Distressed decorative papers, pencils, crayons, glitter gel pen and Stickles glitter

Thank you for your time. Do check out all talent at The Party for a lot of fun, art and inspiration . . .



Kristin xo
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46 comments:

  1. VictoriaApril 19, 2012 at 9:51 PM

    Magical..beautiful..inspirational! What a stunning and powerful piece..and the colors are magnificent..the sheen of those blues are gorgeous!
    Victoria

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  2. Heather FoustApril 19, 2012 at 10:07 PM

    What a pretty Mommy she is!! Love the vibrant colors.

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  3. Lesley EdmondsApril 19, 2012 at 11:04 PM

    Oh oh oh! I love this!!! Stunning colour combo and the addition of the bird and those GORGEOUS little houses was inspirational! Love it!!!

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  4. Valerie-JaelApril 19, 2012 at 11:46 PM

    Love everything about it. The bird and those little houses make it very intriguing! Hugs, Valerie

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  5. MandyApril 19, 2012 at 11:56 PM

    well...she is amazing...loving those big blue eyes and that blue little birdie, the hoses...I love hoses...awesome as usual...have a grreat weekend...xxx

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  6. Virtual BoyApril 20, 2012 at 1:41 AM

    Love the color of her hair, and that it's reflected in her eyes and eyelids...
    Beautiful work~

    // - T.W -

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  7. mette laumannApril 20, 2012 at 1:45 AM

    Love your unique colorful art
    oxox Mette

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  8. NettyApril 20, 2012 at 1:56 AM

    wow she has turned out brilliantly, love the bird and the cute houses as well Kristin. Beautiful painting my friend. Happy PPF and enjoy the weekend, Annette x

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  9. Šolanje na domu-WaldorfApril 20, 2012 at 2:24 AM

    Love that sweet face and fantastic bright colors. :)

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  10. VonnyKApril 20, 2012 at 3:09 AM

    That is so beautiful. The blue really jumps at you, I love bright colours and this is superb. The whole thing is just gorgeous.
    Von

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  11. DianeApril 20, 2012 at 3:42 AM

    PER-FECT!!

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  12. AbelaApril 20, 2012 at 4:10 AM

    So cute, saludos

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  13. WrightStuffApril 20, 2012 at 5:26 AM

    Ooh you're in trouble now... Pinterest is soooo addictive!!

    Gorgeous colour combinations on this piece. It's lush!

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  14. carlareyApril 20, 2012 at 6:01 AM

    I really like all the richness of color and subtle texture you get in your paintings, this one is especially beautiful.

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  15. Daniele ValoisApril 20, 2012 at 6:13 AM

    It is FABOOOOO!!!! Not Fabio, but FABOOOOOOO!!!! The eyes are awesome and the birdie and houses and color and the fact you used the work wicked!

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  16. Kim DellowApril 20, 2012 at 7:16 AM

    Just beautiful! Lovely piece. Kim

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  17. sugar CreekApril 20, 2012 at 7:17 AM

    OOOOh LOve her!!! Makes me want blue hair! Love the words on her neck. Love love love! xx

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  18. UnknownApril 20, 2012 at 7:25 AM

    I love this piece. I can see your mommy love come out through the art. The bird and houses are great additions. I totally love the color scheme, it is one of my favorites.

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  19. K J DApril 20, 2012 at 7:39 AM

    It's perfect.... I love the colour combinations... the colours are so bright and the little bird and the sweet houses are cute.... it all just makes me very happy :)

    Have a lovely weekend....

    I really can't believe it is Friday again already.

    Karenx

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  20. GlorV1April 20, 2012 at 7:52 AM

    She is a perfect mommy. Very nicely done. Have a great weekend.

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  21. DebbieApril 20, 2012 at 8:01 AM

    Very striking use of color! Great composition -- I think the addition of the houses was a great idea.

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  22. AnonymousApril 20, 2012 at 8:16 AM

    OH MY GOSH Kristin! I know you are good, yet you surprise me every time just how good! I adore this one Kristin and can't wait to see the whole series. Such a special project. Thanks for sharing and have a great weekend. xo

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  23. carol l mckennaApril 20, 2012 at 9:12 AM

    Dazzling and dynamic art work ~ Wonderful thanks, namaste ^_^

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  24. kristin maynesApril 20, 2012 at 10:47 AM

    So pretty! Your color choices are beautiful! I really enjoy your work.

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  25. Anne MandaApril 20, 2012 at 11:51 AM

    Love it, the colours are luminous and the eyes and the expression are just beautiful! Great job!

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  26. AnonymousApril 20, 2012 at 1:07 PM

    She turned out great--the bird and houses were perfect additions! Happy PPF and Happy Weekend to you!

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  27. Terri CoronaApril 20, 2012 at 1:25 PM

    I REALLY love how it turned out, gorgeous striking colors. What did you color her face with, pencils? It turned out beautifully...

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  28. EllaApril 20, 2012 at 2:09 PM

    I love the shades of blue! I am so glad you join Pinterest :D
    It is a special project; I love the bird nesting in her hair~
    YOU are so talented xo

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  29. CarolApril 20, 2012 at 2:24 PM

    She is "FAB" and I love those colors!!! Blue is my current favorite color.

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  30. UnknownApril 20, 2012 at 5:05 PM

    WOW!! This is amazing. Those eyes are gorgeous. I just love the vibrant colors!!

    Hugs~

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  31. Mary C. NasserApril 20, 2012 at 5:08 PM

    Gorgeous blues!
    Love, love, love!!
    ♥♥♥
    Happy PPF!!
    Mary
    Mixed-Media Map Art

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  32. peggy aplSEEDSApril 20, 2012 at 5:51 PM

    she is beauitful! her eyes speak! happy PPF and thank you for sharing,
    hugs, peggy aplSEEDS

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  33. Tracey FKApril 20, 2012 at 6:25 PM

    oooo... I wish my eyes were that colour... I love the last minute additions, this is a great piece...xx

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  34. Heather HenryApril 20, 2012 at 8:48 PM

    Gorgeous and stunning colors that really compliment each other. I love it! I think the addition of little houses, was a perfect balance too. She is beautiful, just like you! What a fantastic piece of art. :)

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  35. Ayala ArtApril 20, 2012 at 8:52 PM

    Beautiful colors, very nicely done. Happy PPF

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  36. CameronApril 21, 2012 at 12:17 AM

    Wonderful, Kristin! I love all the blue you used...especially in her eyes...she looks so serene, like this is the only thing she has ever wanted to be :)

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  37. paulineApril 21, 2012 at 6:25 AM

    Kristin, this is wonderful... the colors all work so well together & those little houses are just adorable. Perfect in the painting. Love it. xoxo

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  38. JennyApril 21, 2012 at 6:25 AM

    Absolutely stunning Kristin... I love the vibrancy... so beautiful... and Pinterest... fabulous and addictive... I love it... heading over to check out your boards... thank you too for your sweet comments... they mean so much... and you, my friend... are incredibly inspiring...

    Hugs
    Jenny x

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  39. JoyceApril 21, 2012 at 1:28 PM

    Simply gorgeous!

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  40. Scarlett ClayApril 21, 2012 at 2:44 PM

    It's really cool and I love your last minute additions so much, the bird is awesome and the tiny houses complement the theme perfectly!

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  41. Scarlett ClayApril 21, 2012 at 2:46 PM

    ahhh! and what's that I just saw over on your side-bar! Your art is in the newest SS!?! I can't wait to see this!! wooohooo!!

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  42. UnknownApril 21, 2012 at 7:01 PM

    oh wow!!!! this painting is gorgeous Kristin!!!! I love it!!!!

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  43. Daniele ValoisApril 22, 2012 at 9:20 AM

    Are those shot glass circles???

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  44. GigglesApril 23, 2012 at 12:38 AM

    Beautiful and vibrant!!

    Hugs Giggles

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  45. JanetApril 23, 2012 at 12:50 PM

    I'm very late visiting but it was worth it. Your painting is beautiful!!

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  46. Gloria j ZucaroApril 24, 2012 at 2:12 PM

    Your gut instinct was right! You created great color and composition. I like the houses(where mothers live) and the bird. Mothers support their young until they are ready to fly. I like the way your title goes up her neck.

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